Versatility of the Anterolateral Thigh Flap for Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
The ALT flap represents a workhorse in abdominal wall reconstruction due to its versatility and anatomical proximity. Depending on the localization of the defect, this flap can be used in a pedicled or free microsurgical manner. The fascial component of the ALT fasciocutaneous flap and of the extended iliotibial tract provides stable fascia for reinforcement or fascial reconstruction of the abdominal wall. Raised as a chimeric flap with vastus lateralis muscle and motor branch of the femoral nerve, it is a viable option for functional reconstructions.
Authors
- René Vonlanthen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0212-6518)
- Pietro Giovanoli (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2876-3312)
- Holger J. Klein (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4129-4634)
- Nadine Pedrazzi
- Didier Schneiter
- Thomas Hermanns
- Jan A. Plock (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9495-6198)
- Riccardo Schweizer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5686-8496)
- Stephan Steiner
Institutions
- University of Zurich (CH)
- Ospedale regionale di Lugano (CH)
- University Hospital of Zurich (CH)
- Kantonsspital Aarau (CH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/gox.0000000000006433
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 6.02